Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be provided with a fully supported induction programme and will be offered a programme of training and development should you wish to progress.

Our staff support network includes protected time, wellbeing sessions and regular supervision.

Please find attached our Job Description and Person Specification for more detail on your Key Accountabilities, then if you feel you have what it takes to make a difference in your local communities, click APPLY!

**Previous Applicants Need Not Apply **

Person Specification

Qualification

Essential

• NVQ Level 2/3, in Health and Social Care

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience within the care sector

Desirable

• Mental health experience

Other

Essential

• Flexibility and adaptability
• Undertake physical intervention training and remain trained in techniques, as required by role.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust

Address

Wedgwood House

Bury St Edmunds

IP33 2QZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nsft.nhs.uk/Pages/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES Act as ward coordinator on a shift by shift basis Provide support to the Ward Manager in the management and development of staffand their clinical skills Provide leadership to team members and act as a role model To supervise and instruct junior colleagues and be a resource for them in the wardarea Alongside other staff provide efficient communication which will ensuredissemination of information to all staff Act as an effective role model and resource/advisor to colleagues in the delivery ofnursing care Demonstrate robust and effective management and organisational skillsCLINICAL Perform comprehensive assessment of patient nursing needs Plan, implement and evaluate care delivery according to changing health needs andvarying levels of complexity Collect, collate, evaluate and report information, maintaining accurate patientrecords Involve patients and carers/relatives in the planning and delivery of care Work collaboratively with other professionals and agencies to ensure patient needsare met, especially ongoing care needs and discharge arrangements Establish and maintain effective communication with patients and carers/relatives Hold relevant skills for this level Recognise and respond appropriately to urgent and emergency situations, andsupport staff members Collect, collate and report information, maintaining accurate records in line withNMC and Trust Policies and Caldicott principles Demonstrate competency in using specialist equipment and display a soundknowledge of the care Promote and maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for patients and familiesin line with the Trusts Risk Management Strategy and Policies Instruct nursing staff in the correct use of equipment, cleaning after use, removingfrom use, and labelling of any faulty or broken items before returning to MedicalEquipment Library/Medical Engineering, ensuring the Nurse in Charge is informed Coordinate cardiac arrest events on the wardMANAGERIAL/LEADERSHIP Deputise for the Ward Manager in the management and organisation of the ward Accept delegated line management responsibilities for other team membersincluding performance, development and appraisals Support the Ward Manager to maximise the best use of clinical resources,implementing best practice in patient flow, admission and discharge Participate in the recruitment and retention of staff Support the Ward Manager with the monitoring of performance of staff ensuringthat learning needs are identified through personal development and PACT Promote the development of services within the ward area and assist the WardManager to implement changes/improvements Ensure the effective and efficient use of physical and financial resources, fulfil theresponsibility of the authorised signatory Supervise and instruct junior colleagues and be a resource for them in the clinicalarea Act as an effective role model and resource/advisor to colleagues in the delivery ofnursing care Ensure staffing levels and skill mix are adequate to meet the acuity of patient needsand match the agreed staffing levels Lead role as link nurse Ability to create rosters and understand the nursing establishment required Have an awareness of budget setting and control Participate in organisational cost improvement programmes Encourage and disseminate to staff Trust quality objectives and HNS objectives Manage staff attendance Ensure staff appraisals and mandatory training meet the Trust objectivesORGANISATIONAL Provide leadership Have a good awareness of Trust strategic objectives Undertake investigations in relation to incidents, accidents and complaints Assist the Ward Manager in ward audits and the development and implementationof any ward action plans Ensure compliance with policies, procedures and clinical guidelines for self andothers, participate in the development of local policies and procedures Continually monitor standards of care and lead improvements when required Assist in patient and public involvement activities in the ward area which lead toservice improvement Promote peoples equality, diversity and rights, and take action when your own orothers actions undermine these rightsPROFESSIONAL Keep up to date with clinical developments relevant to the specialty and currentissues within nursing and healthcare Promote and maintain safe and therapeutic environment for patients in line withthe Trusts Risk Management Strategy and Policies Maintain a personal development plan and assist in the formulation and updating ofpersonal development plans with junior colleagues (OurPACT) Maintain active status on NMC register and ensure revalidation happens in a timelymanner Adhere to Trust Policies and Procedures and ensure self and others participate in thedevelopment of same Undertake Clinical Supervision if required and support its use with other staff Maintain up to date skills and knowledge Maintain good awareness of current professional and healthcare issues Maintain a professional portfolio Continually monitor standards of care and lead improvement work, through auditand research Promote equality and diversity and rights, taking action when individual or otherpeoples actions undermine these rights.QUALITY Contribute to the development and maintenance of Clinical Quality and ensure thatnursing care and clinical practice are research and evidence based and activelyreflects the Trusts standards Assist the Division in achieving the Trust Quality Indicators including minimisingpatient harms. This includes the prevalence of unavoidable pressure ulcers, medicineerrors and incidences of infections. Maintain an active involvement in patient and family centred strategies Investigate all incidents, accidents and complaints, reporting them appropriatelyusing relevant systems Monitor and report when standards of cleanliness and availability of supplies fallsbelow an acceptable level Deploy staff with appropriate skills to ensure safe patient care Deploy staff to other areas when required to support patient safety Evaluate care delivered.4. EDUCATION AND TRAINING To provide clinical care taking the opportunity to lead and teach by example in the clinicalsetting. To act as a clinical expert leading best practice and professionalism. To identify and manage a comprehensive teaching programme which is flexible and adaptable tothe needs of all grades of staff and student nurses. In collaboration with the management team identify the individual learning needs of all staffthrough personal development plans / appraisal systems. Participate in and facilitate innovations in collaboration with the MDT and productrepresentatives. Regularly undertake formal teaching sessions on post-registration pathways related to the clinicalspeciality internally and externally. Liaise with other disciplines to facilitate and promote local study days. To establish and maintain an active learning environment in all aspects of critical care. To coordinate, maintain and participate in formal critical care education programme in conjunction withthe Critical Care Directorate education team, ensuring all staff members fully participate indelivery of educational lectures. Encourage reflective practice including ongoing development. To maintain and improve own knowledge base by attending appropriate courses and undertakingresearch-based projects.CONFIDENTIALITYAll employees must adhere to policies and procedures relating to Information Governance,Confidentiality and Information Security

RISK MANAGEMENTThe Trust is committed to approaching the control of risks in a strategic and organised manner.The post holder must be aware of their individual responsibilities as detailed in the Trusts RiskManagement, Health & Safety and Incident policies, and those under the Health and Safety at WorkAct. This includes the reporting of any untoward incident, accident, potential or actual hazardidentified.SAFEGUARDINGAll staff are required to be familiar with the arrangements for safeguarding children, young peopleand vulnerable adults and support the organisation in promoting the welfare of children, youngpeople and vulnerable adults.Staff working directly with children, young people and vulnerable adults will have a responsibility toensure safeguarding and promoting their welfare forms an integral part of their duties.Staff who come into contact with children, vulnerable adults, parents and carers in the course oftheir work and/or have access to records will have responsibilities to safeguard and promote thewelfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.Staff who come into contact in the course of their duties, with parents, carers or other significantadults or children, young people and vulnerable adults should always be mindful of safeguarding andpromotion of the welfare of these individuals.HEALTH AND WELLBEINGThe Trust is a Health Promoting Hospital. The Trust expects that when you are presented withopportunities to improve the lifestyle of our patients you seek help from appropriately trainedclinical staff to ensure patients are supported and assisted in making the necessary lifestyle changes.This is in accordance with best practice as described in the DoH white paper Choosing Health Making Healthy Choices Easier.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Education

Essential

• Registered Nurse
• Holds (or working towards) post registration Diploma or Degree
• Holds Mentorship qualification
• Evidence of continued further study

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Post registration experience some of which must be cardiothoracic nursing
• Experience of managing patients with highly dependent needs
• Experience of involvement in successful change management
• Experience of data collection for audit/quality monitoring
• Knowledge of professional and NHS issues

Desirable

• Understanding of HR Policies and Procedures
• Basic knowledge of financial management within the clinical setting
• Knowledge of COSHH procedures and risk management

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Evidence of strong leadership and management skills
• Ability to communicate in a variety of settings with patients of varying levels of understanding
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to communicate unpleasant and sensitive information
• Ability to present written information in a logical manner
• Good IT skills
• Good facilitation, presentation, teaching and assessing skills
• Ability to place the patient at the centre of care delivery and plan effectively for patients with complex care needs
• Good problem solving ability
• Excellent organisational skills
• Motivated and enthusiastic
• Demonstrates as desire to explore new ways of delivering service
• Previous experience of team leading/staff management

Values and behaviours

Essential

• Inclusive
• Make a difference
• Person centered
• Accountable
• Continuous improvement
• Teamwork

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital

Address

Liverpool heart and chest hospital

Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital

Liverpool

L14 3PE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.lhch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information on the key responsibilities and person requirements for this role.

Person Specification

education and qaulification

Essential

• Completed Care Certificate or equivalent experience . Functional skills minimum Level 1 Maths and English or GCSE or equivalent experience . Bedside Emergency Assessment Course for HCA's (BEACH) or willingness to undertake. . Level 3 Health Care qualification/apprenticeship or equivalent relevant experience or completion of HCSW competency-based workbook .

Desirable

• oFurther qualifications and training relevant and required by the speciality of this post . Competencies for existing substantive HCSW

Knowledge and experience

Essential

• Experience of working in Acute Hospital setting or care background, in a HCSW role or equivalent . Experience of delivering personal care to patients . Experience of using computers or willing to undertake training in local computer systems . Knowledge of basic IT systems or willing to undertake training . Knowledge of care and related procedures and relevant legislation . Ability to demonstrate knowledge of data protection and health and safety issues

Desirable

• Awareness of changing agenda within NHS . Evidence of continuing professional development . Previous experience of complex health needs . Competently perform a range if the core skills relevant to the area of speciality

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Central Middlesex Hospital

Central Middlesex hospital

London

NW10 7NS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.lnwh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree or equivalent in Speech and Language Therapy
• Registered with Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
• Evidence of specialist clinical training in relevant areas

Work experience

Essential

• Evidence of broad range of pre and post qualification experience
• Evidence of experience in relevant area of clinical practice - dysphagia, video fluoroscopy and tracheostomy
• Evidence of teaching/student experience
• Experience in audit and research

Knowledge

Essential

• Evidence of CPD (portfolio) detailing clinical experience relevant to the post.
• Knowledge of current NHS strategy and plans
• Knowledge and understanding of Clinical Governance
• Evidence of Specialist level of clinical reasoning
• Knowledge of current Evidence Based Practice relevant to post

Skills

Essential

• Excellent written communication skills.
• IT skills relevant to the role

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital

Oswestry

SY10 7AG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.sath.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Person Specification

Qualification

Essential

• RGN with current NMC registration or ODP with HCPC registration
• Relevant diploma, BSc or equivalent experience

Desirable

• Post graduate qualification
• Management qualification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in Interventional Radiology or theatre.
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Evidence of leading a team
• Experience in writing and contributing to the formulation of SOPs, policies and procedures

Desirable

• Experience implementing change
• Experience in Mentorship
• Knowledge of ionising radiation

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Mytton Oak Road

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.sath.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

*******Please Note : For further details for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*******

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• *General Education and Qualifications
• *e.g. G.C.S.E, N.V.Q., G.N.V.Q., A/O Levels
• *Good standard of education
• *Numerate and literate
• *Professional Qualifications
• *e.g. CIPD, AAT,RGN, Degree, Masters, PHDNEBOSH National Certificate or equivalent or willing to work towards either/or Accredited Security Management Specialist or willing to work towards NVQ Level 3 qualification in a relevant subject

Experience

Essential

• *e.g. writing business plans, budget management experience, significant clinical experience
• *Experience of security within a health care setting
• *Experience of delivery of security based training

Additional Criteria

Essential

• *e.g. Report Writing, Minute Taking, Shorthand
• *PC literate and experience of incident reporting tools
• *Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• *Depth and extent of knowledge
• *e.g. Technical, FinancialKnowledge and skills around the NHS Protect Agenda
• *Experience of delivering (sometimes complex) advice to individuals and group
• *Broad understanding of the health, safety and welfare, security related and criminal legal and statutory requirements and obligations placed upon a large, diverse and complex organisation
• *e.g. Reliable, Punctual
• *A willingness to learn and develop professional knowledge and qualifications
• *Ability to work under pressure and to meet deadlines
• *Ability to adopt flexible working practices
• *Ability to work on own initiative
• *Ability to communicate with a wide range of different people in different situations establishing an air of assertiveness, clarity and approachability
• *Able to extract and use information from a variety of sources and formats
• *Able to predict trends by interpreting all relevant information
• *Identifies problems and suggests solutions or improvements
• *Develop co-operative working relationships to gain commitment from others for clinical quality initiatives
• *Builds positive relationships with health professionals
• *Recognises own role as part of a working team and helps others in the team to achieve the objectives of the service
• *Continually works with the team to make improvements in work methodology with a view to continue to improve service
• *Must have a full UK driving licence

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Heartlands Hospital

Bordesley Green E

Birmingham

West Midlands

B9 5SS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Undertaking copy/audio typing and word processing support to the team for the provision of required client related reports, letters, discharge summaries etc, including legal documentation, whilst prioritising work-load and meeting deadlines.

Dealing with incoming correspondence on a daily basis, distributing and taking appropriate action as necessary and ensuring urgent items are brought to the attention of a member of the team.

Preparing and presenting any statistical returns as necessary.

Undertake any administrative procedures required to support the team, e.g. arrange medical staff & practitioner rotas organise meetings.

Implementing and maintaining effective client filing systems, ensuring client records are safe, confidential, up to date and accessible.

Attending and participating in meetings.

Minute meetings e.g. case conferences/professional meetings and team meetings as required, distributing as appropriate and taking administrative follow-up acting on own initiative.

Undertaking administrative duties, e.g. diary management, photocopying, faxing, monitoring stationery/clinical items and ordering as necessary.

Using electronic clinical record system (SystmOne), email, intranet, Internet and Microsoft packages as required.

Handling both routine and urgent matters using initiative and with minimal supervision.

Participating in supervision and PDR/appraisal.

Undertaking any other duties commensurate with the level of the post as required, ensuring efficient and effective running of the department/section.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION, PLEASE READ:

All applicants must be willing to undertake National Security Vetting in order to work in a Prison Setting. This will be completed as part of the pre-employment checks through Oxleas and the prison vetting team.

You will need to provide:

Proof of right to work documentation

Proof of ID, needs to include 1 photographicID

Proof of address documentation

Non-UK passport holders will need to have correct documentation (right to work in the UK) and a Home office Share code.

Address History:

5 years address history will be needed.

Applicants that are not UK Passport holders who provide less than 5 years UK address history will need to provide a Police Certificate which must be in English from where they resided previously.

Applicants who are UK Passport holders who have lived abroad for a period of more than six months during the last three years will need to provide a certificate of good conduct or an overseas police check in English from the countries resided in or visited.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE in Maths/English

Experience

Essential

• Administrative experience

Desirable

• Experience of working in prison environment

Experience

Essential

• Experience of taking minutes
• Experience of database management

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust

Address

HMP Leyhill

South Gloucestershire

GL12 8BT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://oxleas.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

For questions about this job, contact:

Name: Charlotte McGuiness Position: Lead Dental Nurse Email: [email protected] Phone number: 01133429253 Shortlisting Date: 16/10/26 Interview Date:22/10/26

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the current team within the Leeds Dental Institute as a Band 2 Dental Clinical Support Worker.

Dental Clinical Support Workers work as a highly valued member of the Dental Team and applicants should be reliable, enthusiastic, professional and well-motivated team players whilst also being able to work on their own initiative.

The jobholder will provide support for the delivery of the dental and training service within the clinical, outreach centres and non-clinical departments and of the Leeds Dental Institute and the University School of Dentistry.

Applicants must have good communication and interpersonal skills.

As a Dental Clinical Support Worker you will be responsible for delivering exceptional standards of safe, effective care to ensure that it consistently meets Trust standards. Delivering a high standard of quality service and providing a safe, clean environment for patients and staff.

The post is fulltime - 37.5 hours or part-time/job share would be considered.

Core working hours - Monday to Friday - 8.30am until 5.00pm.

Give a short summary of the role and why this person should work for you. Potential applicants will read this first, so inform, engage and excite.

The role consists of working in the Leeds Dental Institute sterile instrument store and clinical departments. This role has limited patient contact.

The post holder will be responsible for providing quality support to dental students, dental nurses and clinicians within the Leeds Dental Institute. This involves supporting the dental nurses in daily maintenance of clinics and decontamination of clinical equipment, providing clean equipment and consumables to support clinical activity of undergraduate and post graduate dental students and clinical staff.

Rotating, maintaining and restocking equipment / materials / instruments within the sterile instrument store and clinical areas.

Assisting the team to collect and check used equipment returning for reprocessing at our external provider site.

Working in the clean and dirty dispensaries in busy clinical departments dispensing instruments, materials and equipment to staff and students.

Working in clinical areas supporting the dental team and patients.

Complete all relevant daily documentation in compliance with relevant statutory legislation, local codes of practice and quality control procedures.

Please note: This role is very physical and successful candidates may spend most of the day on their feet or moving and handling heavy loads.

Experience is not essential, just a willingness to learn, as training will be provided.

Our Trust values

The Leeds Way is working together to support each other and deliver the best possible care to patients.

We are….

Responsible Open and Honest One Team Kind

Our Trust priorities

Our purpose: Excellent, safe and sustainable care for every patient every time

Our priorities:

People Improvement and Innovation Partnerships Outcomes

To comply with UK Government regulations on Skilled Worker sponsorship, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please take this into consideration before submitting your application. Full guidance on these concessions, including details of who may qualify, can be found here.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of suitable applications.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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Desirable

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Experience

Essential

• Please click apply to view applicant criteria

Desirable

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Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Leeds Teaching Hospitals

Address

Leeds Dental Institute

Leeds

West Yorkshire

LS2 9LU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.leedsth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

See Job description

Must be able to work autonomously, in a high pressured environment, to a high standard while being an advocate from the patient.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• oDiploma of College of Radiographers or BSc in Radiography
• oState Registration
• oPortfolio of CPD
• oTo have undertaken post graduate education in specific fields, obtaining a Masters degree or equivalent or have in depth clinical experience

Desirable

• oIV injection certification

Experience

Essential

• oTo be qualified for at least 5 years
• oTo have recent relevant experience
• oTo have extensive work experience in a specialist area ie.CT
• oTo have experience of supervision, preferably of staff in a discreet area or modality

Desirable

• oExperience of working in Neuroradiology
• oEvidence of multi-modality experience
• oActive experience of QA and audit programmes
• oUse of PACS and /or CR/DR systems

Skills

Essential

• oGood communication skills
• oShould be skilled operator of QWERTY keyboard and mouse driven technology
• oCan demonstrate leadership skills
• oAble to organise and prioritise workload
• oAble to think logically, independently and solve problems
• oBe able to self motivate and work on own initiative

Desirable

• oConfident in working autonomously

Knowledge

Essential

• oDemonstrate awareness of responsibility to and advocacy for patients
• oGood understanding of the legislation relating to Health & Safety and Radiation Protection
• oAn understanding of and ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team but also confident to work autonomously without direct supervision

Other

Essential

• oPhysical ability to carry out single-handed imaging duties including manoeuvring patients and equipment on a regular basis
• oPhysical ability to wear a lead apron for several hours
• oFrequent requirement to exert moderate physical effort
• oFrequent requirement for concentration whilst dealing with interruptions
• oTo be capable of VDU operation for considerable periods of time
• oGood timekeeping
• oBe flexible in attitude
• oAble to undertake on-call, shifts and weekend duty commitments.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Georges Hospital

BlackShaw Road

London

SW170QT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.stgeorges.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the documents attached which detail the job description and main responsibilities for this role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• First Level Nurse with current registration with NMC
• Degree in relevant subject
• Evidence of recent Professional Development

Desirable

• Teaching and Assessing Qualification or equivalent
• Non-medical Prescribing (V300)
• Post Graduate qualification in rapid response/community nursing/emergency department/acute medical or equivalent experience
• Clinical Examination & Diagnostics

Experience & Knowledge

Essential

• Minimum 3 years post registration experience
• To have an up to date working knowledge of acute, chronic and terminal illness, wound management, care of the elderly and Palliative care.
• An understanding of the Primary and Secondary Care Interface
• Knowledge of equality and diversity issues
• To be knowledgeable in and to comply with the codes of professional conduct of the NMC and ensure individual practice adheres to policies and procedures of Wirral Community NHS Trust at all times
• Experience of autonomous clinical decision making
• Understanding of Clinical Governance
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• IT literate
• Clinically competent and confident within an adult setting

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Ability to work autonomously, unsupervised
• Ability to deal with sensitive issues in a professional manner
• Ability to work as part of a team, showing initiative and exercising tact and diplomacy
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with people from a wide range of personal and professional backgrounds
• Flexibility to work at other sites as required
• Access to a car for business purposes
• UK driving licence

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Wirral Community Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Urgent Community Response, 1st Floor, Park Suite, Arrowe Park Hospital

Arrowe Park Road

Upton

CH49 5PE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.wchc.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Title:

Health Care Assistant (HCA)

Department:

Specialist community palliative rapid response

Organisation Band:

Reports to:

Clinical nurse/ Triage nurse

Responsible for:

DBS Required

Enhanced

Job Purpose

The specialist community palliative response service (SCPRS) will be delivered between the hours of 20:00 08:00.

During these hours the HCA with support the clinical nurse (visiting in twos) in responding to urgent specialist palliative response visits, these visits will aim to take place within a 2-hour timeframe.

The post holder will demonstrate a level of skill and understanding which enables them to undertake specific tasks delegated by the nurse in charge and in accordance with relevant procedures, guidelines and policies. They will undertake both routine and specially identified tasks for which they have been trained and assessed as competent.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Key areas of work

Within the patients place of residence the HCA will assist the Registered Nurse in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care.

Carry out high standard of direct patient care alongside team colleagues

Report verbally (including hand-over) to appropriate team members

Document any care given in patient held notes and/or relevant systems e.g. SystmOne

Contribute to multidisciplinary discussions.

Be sensitive to the spiritual, psychological and social needs of the patients and their families.

To supervise and support all nursing assistants and to assist in the induction of all new staff.

Contribute to the learning environment e.g. teaching on the in-house training days and training new members of staff

Undertaken training for clinical skills relevant to post and maintain up-to-date practice.

To take emergency action alongside the registered Nurse as necessary to safeguard the patients and carers and report any concerns to the nurse in charge as soon as possible.

To maintain accurate documentation alongside the registered Nurse of care given and to report any changes in condition or circumstances of the patient to the relevant key worker and the nurse in charge on duty in a timely manner.

To participate in audit activities.

Be aware of and undertake infection control measures to minimise the risks of infection.

To perform administrator duties is required.

Attend mandatory and in service training as identified and required.

At all times to represent the organisation in a professional and caring manner maintaining professional boundaries in relationships with patients and their families or carers.

To be part of a rota to provide a 7-day service, 365 days per year including weekend working.

To work flexibly and willing to travel across the city and organisation.

Key Skills

Understand own level of responsibility and accountability in relation to registered / trained staff.

Work co-operatively as part of the multi-disciplinary team supporting colleagues in work associated with patient care. Challenging and escalating poor practice/performance

Communicate clearly, effectively and appropriately with the multidisciplinary team, patients and their family, visitors and carers.

Through practice demonstrate an understanding of Duty of Care and how this contributes to safe practices.

Assist in delivery of patient care as per patients individualised care plans/programme of care. Taking a holistic approach.

Following appropriate training and supervised practice, undertake identified competency-based practices which are required for the service, after such tasks have been delegated to them by a registered nurse.

Identify learning and development needs and produce a personal development plan in conjunction with your line manager / supervisor.

Achieve and maintain competence in mandatory and statutory training associated with the role.

Complete documentation of care in line with the Trust Standards for Documentation.

Following the completion of training undertake a range of physical / clinical observations appropriate to the area of practice. Achieve and maintain competence in using a range of equipment to undertake these, record the outcome and report and escalate exceptions to the registered nurse who delegated the tasks to you.

Measuring and recording may include:

Blood pressure (using electronic equipment)

Pulse rate and rhythm (manually and using electronic equipment)

Temperature (all routes)

Height and weight

Blood glucose monitoring

Urine testing / Urinalysis

Respiratory rate

Oxygen saturation

Accurately recording and documentation of vital signs monitoring if appropriate for the patient.

Simple wound dressings in line with a plan of care and infection prevention and control policy and procedures.

Last offices, alongside the registered Nurse in line with the relevant policies and procedures.

Administration of eye drops/ear drops/nose drops in line with policies and procedures.

Assessment and monitoring of Skin care/pressure area care, alongside the registered Nurse in line with policies and procedures.

Assessment and Promotion of continence and the management of incontinence, alongside the registered Nurse, in line with policies and procedures

Key responsibilities

Build partnerships and therapeutic relationships through safe, effective and non-discriminatory communication taking account of differences, capability and needs of individuals.

Maintain a high standard of personal behaviour and ensure effective communication with all members of the multidisciplinary team, patients, carers and relatives.

Communicate effectively with patients and carers, recognising there may be a need to utilise alternative methods of communication. Where there are barriers to understanding, as required arrange/ access to information, support and other services to aid effective communication. Greet all patients and visitors with courtesy and respect, being mindful of body language and tone of voice

Use paper and electronic systems to retrieve and record patient information in line with Trust documentation standards and operational systems.

Apply the principles of information governance and patient confidentiality to all aspects of your role.

Obtain verbal consent from the patient before any clinical intervention is undertaken, where this is not given report this to a registered nurse.

Participate in discussions about patient care and departmental issues at hand over and departmental meetings.

Observe and report to the registered nurse all changes in a patients physical and psychological condition.

Support families and carers following a patient bereavement or when bad news has been shared

Accept constructive feedback

Maintain professional boundaries and working relationships with patients and colleagues.

Ensure patients and their relatives or carers are kept informed of delays with their treatment, investigations and visiting times.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Recent experience in a health care sector in community, care home or acute setting.
• Demonstrable experience in palliative and end of life care or related speciality.
• Competent in a range of clinical skills and practices relevant to the scope of practice required
• Willingness to take on new skills and develop scope of practice

Qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of education
• Evidence of completion of a Health-Related Education and Development programme/ Care Certificate or equivalent experience or working towards.

Desirable

• GCSE or equivalent to Level 2 Functional Skills Maths & English

Personal Skills and Attributes

Essential

• Good communication skills both verbal and written including the ability to maintain accurate and legible care records. Interpret and follow basic written instructions and communicate in a concise, accurate and legible way.
• Ability to recognise, report and communicate concerns and changes in a timely manner
• Ability to use ones own initiative and prioritise workload
• Willingness to learn new skills and undertake training
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
• Ability to work under pressure
• Flexible, Reliable and Punctual
• Car owner/driver with full current UK driving licence

Desirable

• Good IT skills ability to record information electronically

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Birmingham Hospice

Address

76 Grange Road

Erdington

Birmingham

B24 0DF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.birminghamhospice.org.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Transport Department provides a trust wide services across various in-patient and community sites in and around Sandwell, Wolverhampton, Dudley and Walsall. Transport outside of these areas is required on a regular basis.

The post holder will be required to undertake duties, on a daily basis, such as delivery of furniture to all Trust sites, loading and unloading of goods from cages to vehicles and to their final destination on Trust property and the moving and lifting of heavy goods.

The jobholder will be required to be flexible, reactive and proactive to the ever-changing departmental needs and customer requirements and adapt accordingly.

Candidates should have a full cleaning driving license, work on their own initiative, work on their own or part of a team and have a flexible approach to work is essential. Previous experience of manual handling, of dealing with other staff groups and being able to follow written procedure is essential. Previous experience of working in the NHS as a driver of porter is desirable.

Person Specification

Education/Qualification

Essential

• Show willingness to be trained to a level of competency
• Full clean driving licence
• Good standard of general education

Desirable

• Manual handling Certificate, experience or knowledge
• Knowledge of COSHH
• Food and hygiene certificate

Experience

Essential

• Sufficient level of competence dealing with Admin staff, Medical staff , Nurses etc

Desirable

• Worked in NHS environment
• Experience of working as a porter/driver

Knowledge

Essential

• Able to follow written procedures

Desirable

• A good understanding of NHS terms and conditions

skills/personal qualities

Essential

• Ability to work on own initiative with minimum supoervison
• Flexible approach in all aspects of work
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to work in a busy environment
• Able to follow written procedures

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Penn Hospital / Pear tree lane

Penn Road

Wolverhampton

WV4 5HN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.blackcountryhealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Housekeeper role is classified under Band 2 and is part of the Facilities Department. The primary purpose of this role is to support clinical colleagues by ensuring that the housekeeping service meets national standards and promotes the health and well-being of service users

Key Responsibilities:

Ensure the environment is cleaned to national standards.

Deliver meal services.

Make beds and clean medical/hard equipment.

Manage linen quality and report maintenance issues.

Undertake scheduled cleaning tasks, including the cleaning of clinical equipment.

Uphold all infection prevention and control measures.

Ensure that all domestic consumables are available at all times in the appropriate dispenser/holder.

Undertake ad hoc cleaning tasks as required by the Facilities Supervisor - Housekeeping or nursing staff

The role is critical to providing a safe, efficient, and quality environment that enhances the patients experience by ensuring the clinical environment is presented and maintained in a way that maximizes the patients sense of comfort, safety, and well-being

Person Specification

Food Handling

Essential

• Basic knowledge of allergens Must have excellent knowledge of Food Hygiene and temperature control

Desirable

• Basic food hygiene knowledge or qualification

Communication Skills

Essential

• The ability to communicate effectively with patients, colleagues, and other stakeholders. This involves being able to convey information clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing, and being able to listen actively and respond appropriately.

Desirable

• Achieving effective communication skills is often a result of years of experience in the field, allowing individuals to navigate complex interactions with ease and confidence.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorothy Pattison Hospital

Alumwell Close

Walsall

WS2 9XH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.blackcountryhealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Housekeeper role is classified under Band 2 and is part of the Facilities Department. The primary purpose of this role is to support clinical colleagues by ensuring that the housekeeping service meets national standards and promotes the health and well-being of service users

Key Responsibilities:

Ensure the environment is cleaned to national standards.

Deliver meal services.

Make beds and clean medical/hard equipment.

Manage linen quality and report maintenance issues.

Undertake scheduled cleaning tasks, including the cleaning of clinical equipment.

Uphold all infection prevention and control measures.

Ensure that all domestic consumables are available at all times in the appropriate dispenser/holder.

Undertake ad hoc cleaning tasks as required by the Facilities Supervisor - Housekeeping or nursing staff

The role is critical to providing a safe, efficient, and quality environment that enhances the patients experience by ensuring the clinical environment is presented and maintained in a way that maximizes the patients sense of comfort, safety, and well-being

Person Specification

Food Handling

Essential

• Basic knowledge of allergens Must have excellent knowledge of Food Hygiene and temperature control

Desirable

• Basic food hygiene knowledge or qualification

Communication Skills

Essential

• The ability to communicate effectively with patients, colleagues, and other stakeholders. This involves being able to convey information clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing, and being able to listen actively and respond appropriately.

Desirable

• Achieving effective communication skills is often a result of years of experience in the field, allowing individuals to navigate complex interactions with ease and confidence.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorothy Pattison Hospital

Alumwell Close

Walsall

WS2 9XH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.blackcountryhealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Housekeeper role is classified under Band 2 and is part of the Facilities Department. The primary purpose of this role is to support clinical colleagues by ensuring that the housekeeping service meets national standards and promotes the health and well-being of service users

Key Responsibilities:

Ensure the environment is cleaned to national standards.

Deliver meal services.

Make beds and clean medical/hard equipment.

Manage linen quality and report maintenance issues.

Undertake scheduled cleaning tasks, including the cleaning of clinical equipment.

Uphold all infection prevention and control measures.

Ensure that all domestic consumables are available at all times in the appropriate dispenser/holder.

Undertake ad hoc cleaning tasks as required by the Facilities Supervisor - Housekeeping or nursing staff

The role is critical to providing a safe, efficient, and quality environment that enhances the patients experience by ensuring the clinical environment is presented and maintained in a way that maximizes the patients sense of comfort, safety, and well-being

Person Specification

Food Handling

Essential

• Basic knowledge of allergens Must have excellent knowledge of Food Hygiene and temperature control

Desirable

• Basic food hygiene knowledge or qualification

Communication Skills

Essential

• The ability to communicate effectively with patients, colleagues, and other stakeholders. This involves being able to convey information clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing, and being able to listen actively and respond appropriately.

Desirable

• Achieving effective communication skills is often a result of years of experience in the field, allowing individuals to navigate complex interactions with ease and confidence.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorothy Pattison Hospital

Alumwell Close

Walsall

WS2 9XH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.blackcountryhealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The many benefits of joining the Mid and South Essex Trust Bank are listed below: Flexible working patterns including first choice of available Bank shifts Day / Night / Weekends. Access to the NHS Stakeholder Pension & NHS discounts. Weekly payroll service.

Training and development opportunities including free access to mandatory training. Occupational Health service. 24 hour booking service.

To apply for this opportunity all candidates must have eligibility to work in the UK

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrates an awareness of the role requirements

Desirable

• Previous experience in a similar role

Qualifications

Essential

• Basic literacy and numeracy skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

MSE Southend Hospital / Basildon Hospital

Southend

SS0 0RY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description for further information about the Staff Nurse position available at WUTH.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Awareness of evidence based practice
• Good organisational/time management skills
• Ability to deal with an acute workload
• Good communication skills written and verbal
• Ability to recognise the importance of teamwork
• Competent in organising/prioritising own workload and that of others
• Ability to communicate confidently and effectively at all levels
• Ability to problem solve
• Interpersonal skills
• Excellent communicator (verbal and written)
• Able to deal with conflict
• Able to advise and support the team
• Act as a positive role model

Desirable

• Teaching Experience
• Student nurse assessor/supervisor
• Evidence of ability to act as a preceptor/mentor to new staff
• Evidence of involvement in producing teaching strategies/packages
• Managerial/Clinical Skills
• Relevant clinical knowledge/experience of the specialty
• Evidence of an initiative which has changed or enhanced clinical practice
• Competent in organising own workload and that of others
• Good problem solving abilities
• Good time management
• Awareness of Health Policies and the changing NHS environment

Qualifications, Specific Experience and Training

Essential

• 1st Level NMC Registration
• Evidence of Professional Development
• Suitable for newly qualified or experienced staff nurse
• Experience of maintaining accurate records
• Relevant clinical knowledge and experience

Desirable

• Act as Practice Supervisor
• Willing to Undertake Practice Assessor Training
• Relevant Degree or willing to register to work towards degree
• Relevant or willingness to undertake relevant module/course
• NHS Experience
• Awareness of Health Policies and the changing NHS environment

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Arrowe Park Hosptial

Arrowe Park Road

Wirral

CH49 5PE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.wuth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see Job overview & attached Job description for further information about the Health Care Assistant position available with WUTH.

Person Specification

Qualifications, Specific Experience & Training

Essential

• Level 2 qualification (e.g. GCSE Grade A-C, NVQ2) in Health & Social Care OR ? A good standard of general education to GCSE level and the agreement to undertake the relevant L2 qualification on appointment (Please discuss the apprenticeship opportunities available to aid

Desirable

• Experience working in a clinical environment
• Experience working in the NHS

Knowledge and Skills

Desirable

• Previous experience and training of manual handling patients using appropriate equipment
• Can demonstrate an understanding of the importance of promoting patient independence
• Able to provide support and reassurance to patients

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Ability to work well as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• A positive attitude and ability to act on feedback
• Polite, friendly, approachable and self-motivated

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Arrowe Park Hospital

Upton Road

Wirral

CH49 5PE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.wuth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached job description and person specification for more details on this Clinical Support Worker position available here at WUTH

Person Specification

Qualifications, Specific Experience & Training

Essential

• Level 3 qualification (e.g. A-Level's, NVQ3) in Health & Social Care OR A good standard of education to A-Level standard and the agreement to undertake the relevant Level 3 qualification on appointment.
• Experience working in a clinical environment an undertaking a range of relevant clinical skills with proven competencies.

Desirable

• Experience working in the NHS

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Evidence of competence in relevant specialist skills or tasks
• Knowledge and understanding of the responsibilities of a Clinical Support Worker
• Previous experience and training of manual handling patients using appropriate equipment
• Can demonstrate an understanding of the importance of promoting patient independence

Desirable

• Able to provide support and reassurance to patients.

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Ability to work well as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• A positive attitude and ability to act on feedback
• Polite, friendly, approachable and self-motivated

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Arrowe Park Hospital

Arrowe Park Road

Upton

CH49 5PE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.wuth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see Job overview & attached Job description for further information about the Staff Nurse position available within WUTH.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Awareness of evidence based practice
• Good organisational/time management skills
• Ability to deal with an acute workload
• Good communication skills written and verbal
• Ability to recognise the importance of team work
• Competent in organising/prioritising own workload and that of others
• Ability to communicate confidently and effectively at all levels
• Ability to problem solve
• Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communicator (verbal and written), Able to deal with conflict, Able to support and advise the team, Act as a positive role model

Desirable

• Teaching Experience: Student nurse assessor/supervisor, Evidence of ability to act as a preceptor/mentor to new staff, Evidence of involvement in producing teaching strategies/packages
• Managerial/Clinical Skills: Relevant clinical knowledge/experience of the speciality, Evidence of an initiative which has changed or enhanced clinical practice, Competent in organizing own workload and that of others, Good problem solving abilities, Good time management, Awareness of Health Policies and the changing NHS environment

Qualifications, Specific Experience & Training

Essential

• 1st Level NMC Registration
• Evidence of Professional Development
• Suitable for newly qualified or experienced staff nurse
• Experience of maintaining accurate records
• Relevant clinical knowledge and experience

Desirable

• Act as a practice supervisor
• Willing to undertake Practice Assessor Training
• Relevant Degree or willing to register to work towards degree
• Relevant or willingness to undertake relevant module/course
• NHS Experience
• Awareness of Health Policies and the changing NHS environment

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Ward 19 Arrowe Park Hospital

Upton Road

Wirral

CH49 5PE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.wuth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information regarding the role advertised, please refer to the detailed Job Description and Personal Specification attached.

Person Specification

Qualifications, Specific Experience & Training

Essential

• 1st Level Registered Nurse or Registered Allied Heath Professional
• Post-registration specialist clinical qualification relevant to specialty or equivalent experience
• Significant post-registration experience in an acute adult setting
• Experience of managing a team/service
• Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team at a senior level

Desirable

• Management Qualification
• Teaching qualification

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Knowledge of quality standards of care and patient safety
• Evidence of effective leadership skills within a clinical environment
• Excellent organisational and planning skills
• Evidence of having delivered sustainable change within a clinical environment
• Ability to inspire and motivate teams and individuals
• Ability to successfully negotiate and communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders
• Ability to teach, mentor and coach others to achieve desired outcomes
• To develop good working relationships with all key stakeholders and be seen as a credible individual within the organisation
• Ability to prioritise and flex workload within established timescales.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Arrowe Park Hospital

Arrowe Park Road

Upton, Wirral

CH49 5PE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.wuth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see Job overview & attached Job description for further information about the Junior Sister/Charge Nurse position available with WUTH.

Person Specification

Qualifications, Specific Experience & Training

Essential

• 1st level registered nurse
• Evidence of recent post registration study in a speciality related to A&E e.g. ALS, ATLS, APLS
• Minimum of three years post-registration experience of which two years should be at Primary Nurse or equivalent

Desirable

• All practitioners with diploma level primary qualification must be working towards higher award in specialist practice (Degree)

Personal Attributes

Desirable

• Has identified methods of working effectively under pressure

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Arrowe Park Hospital

Wirral

CH49 5PE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.wuth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please review the Job Description and Person Specification for further information about the role and requirements.

What is High Cost Area Allowance?

The High-Cost Area (HCA) allowance, also referred to as London Weighting is a payment made to employees who work in London and the surrounding areas.

As this post is based in Dartford, Gravesham or Swanley, the successful applicant will receive an additional payment each month.

5% of basic salary, subject to a minimum payment of £1,346 per year and a maximum payment of £2,270 per year (the agreed annual amount will be divided into 12 equal amounts and paid monthly) (2026/27 figures)

Person Specification

Training Qualifications and Registration

Essential

• RMN or RNLD registered nurse, degree educated, with NMC registration
• Active Practice Assessor (previously mentorship) Qualification

Experience

Essential

• Significant Experience of working in an inpatient setting
• Up to date knowledge and clinical leadership on all aspects of mental health and learning disability nursing

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Ability to monitor staff performance
• Effective management of resources
• Effective verbal and written communication and presentation skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust

Address

Brookfield Centre

Greenacres, Bow Arrow Lane,

Dartford

DA2 6PB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.kentmedwaymentalhealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

***Please see the attached supporting document/s (JD) which contains more information about the role in the job description and person specification***

NB: ensure any supporting statements align with the job description and person specification, as your application will be assessed against these criteria.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good general education to GCSE level A-C or equivalent in English, Maths and IT as a minimum
• Health Screener Diploma Level 3 or willingness to complete

Desirable

• Health and Social care related NVQ at Level 2 or higher
• Has completed Newborn hearing screening training and obtained an OSCE Certificate or ECA Certificate

Experience

Essential

• Experience of dealing with a wide diversity of people

Desirable

• Experience of working in a hospital environment
• Baby handling skills

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Good IT skills, including email, Internet and Microsoft software.
• Ability to work Independently and as part of a team
• Ability to maintain records to a high standard of completeness and accuracy
• Ability to manage time, priorities and stressful situations
• Caring and flexible approach
• Excellent interpersonal/communication skills
• Able to demonstrate a commitment to the KRFT values

Desirable

• Previous experience of patient management systems

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of Hearing and Hearing loss
• Knowledge of the purpose of a screening programme
• Evidence of continuing personal and professional development or willingness to

Desirable

• Knowledge of the safeguarding process and child protection procedures
• Knowledge of confidentiality and data protection

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Croydon University Hospital

530 London Road

Croydon

CR7 7YE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.kingstonandrichmond.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see Job overview & attached Job description for further information about the Staff Nurse position available with WUTH.

Person Specification

Qualifications, Specific Experience & Training

Essential

• 1st Level NMC Registration
• Evidence of Professional Development
• Suitable for newly qualified or experienced staff nurse
• Experience of maintaining accurate records
• Relevant clinical knowledge and experience

Desirable

• Act as a practice supervisor
• Willing to undertake Practice Assessor Training
• Relevant Degree or willing to register to work towards degree
• Relevant or willingness to undertake relevant module/course
• NHS Experience
• Awareness of Health Policies and the changing NHS environment

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Awareness of evidence based practice
• Good organisational/time management skills
• Ability to deal with an acute workload
• Good communication skills written and verbal
• Ability to recognise the importance of team work
• Competent in organising/prioritising own workload and that of others
• Ability to communicate confidently and effectively at all levels
• Ability to problem solve
• Interpersonal Skills: o Excellent communicator (verbal and written) o Able to deal with conflict o Able to support and advise the team o Act as a positive role model

Desirable

• Teaching Experience: o Student nurse assessor/supervisor o Evidence of ability to act as a preceptor/mentor to new staff o Evidence of involvement in producing teaching strategies/packages
• Managerial/Clinical Skills: o Relevant clinical knowledge/experience of the specialty o Evidence of an initiative which has changed or enhanced clinical practice o Competent in organizing own workload and that of others
• Good problem solving abilities
• Good time management
• Awareness of Health Policies and the changing NHS environment

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Arrowe Park Hospital

Wirral

CH49 5PE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.wuth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)